Patrolman Richard P. Ross, Colorado State Patrol, Colorado

Patrolman Richard P. Ross

Colorado State Patrol, Colorado

End of Watch Wednesday, July 10, 1974

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Richard P. Ross

Patrolman Richard Ross succumbed to carbon monoxide poisoning after his exhaust pipe was damaged.

He had just completed investigating an accident on U.S. 287, near Hugo, and backed his vehicle over a bent sign post. The impact punched a hole through the exhaust pipe. Realizing he damaged the cruiser he called for his supervisor and left the engine running while finishing his report. Two passing truck drivers found Patrolman Ross unconscious and called for assistance but Patrolman Ross had succumbed to the poisoning at the scene.

Patrolman Ross had served with the Colorado State Patrol for 16 months.

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Tour 1 year, 3 months
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Patrolman Ross,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Colorado. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 10, 2024